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SH09 WSZ

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

29,283 mi
Last recorded29,283 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH09 WSZ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 29,283 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2024 26,974 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2024 26,971 miles

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users sterring rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 25,212 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 23,120 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 23 Jun 2022 23,120 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 21,546 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2021 21,546 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 21,025 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2020 21,025 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 May 2019 19,594 miles
Fail 6 May 2019 19,583 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 May 2018 17,895 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 2 May 2018 17,895 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 2 May 2017 16,026 miles
Fail 2 May 2017 16,026 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2016 14,183 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipe (7.1.2)

Fail 19 May 2015 12,472 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 May 2015 12,472 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 10,608 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 8,462 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 8,462 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 9 May 2012 6,441 miles

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How Reliable is the Chevrolet Matiz?

Based on 487,981 MOT tests across 31,339 vehicles.

70.8%
Pass Rate
3,495
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
31,339
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,486
brake binding 11,247
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 10,488
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 5,877
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 5,113
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SH09 WSZ is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

Across all 2009 Chevrolet Matiz models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 36,213 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Matiz fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,486 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SH09 WSZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Matiz typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 17 years old, this Chevrolet Matiz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SH09 WSZ registered?

SH09 WSZ is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 28 May 2009.

Is SH09 WSZ safe to buy?

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